Nanophotonics Engineer

Snapchat
Abingdon
1 week ago
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Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company's three core products are Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; Lens Studio, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, Spectacles.


Snap Lab is home to our hardware products with a world-class research & development team. We are focused on pushing the boundaries of what a camera can be, specifically overlaying computing on the real world. Next Generation Spectacles are our first pair of glasses that bring augmented reality to life.


We're looking for an Optical Simulation Engineer to join the Snap Lab team at Snap Inc!


What you'll do:

  • Develop simulation models to predict display performance, design new devices with wavelength and sub-wavelength scale structures, evaluate end-to-end system performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive fabrication and improvements
  • Conduct optical characterization, nanometrology, validation and troubleshooting to support display development activities
  • Data analysis and documenting results, procedures and presenting findings to stakeholders


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Experienced programmer (Python, MATLAB, ...)
  • Experience with optical simulation methodologies and tool-sets including FDTD, RCWA, ray tracing, etc
  • Hands-on experience with optical characterization
  • Ability to thrive with rapidly changing or ambiguous requirements
  • Shows curiosity and a strong problem-solving ability
  • Strong documentation and presentation skills


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 4+ years of related work experience
  • Programming experience in Python or MATLAB


Preferred Qualifications:

  • PhD or master's degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • 7+ years of related work experience
  • Background in solid-state physics
  • Experience with display device physics and/or semicon process experience
  • Experience with cloud computing


We offer a competitive salary range £90,000 - £113,000 which is commensurate with your qualifications and experience and the level of this role. This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs. Our compensation philosophy is designed to attract and retain top talent in the industry.


If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don't be shy and provide us some information.


At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.


Our Benefits: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we've got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap's long-term success!

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